Many pet parents feed only cow’s milk to their cats and kittens. This causes diarrhoea, especially in kittens. People in general think that cow’s milk provides sufficient nutrition for their cats and do not give cat food but it is not so. Let’s shun this myth. Let mother cat feed the kittens… Mother’s milk which […]
Elegant, royal, sweet temperament, loving, caring and a melodious voice – is there anything more you want from your feline? Your search for a purrfect cat ends at the Egyptian Mau. Spotted beauty… Egyptian Maus are small-sized short-haired cats with naturally spotted coat. Slender and muscular, they are the progenitor breeds of the modern domestic
Cats love to play. Here are some simple but playful games to keep their boredom at bay. Ping pong: You can entertain your kitty with a ping pong ball, which is lightweight. It would be good idea to play in a long hallway where your cat can chase the ball freely to her heart’s content.
Sometimes, your cat gets hurt and his ear bleeds…or he can have a broken nail. Here’s how to handle these situations. First-aid for bleeding ears… Cut ears may bleed profusely. Carefully approach the cat and restrain him if necessary. Cover the wound with a clean cloth, sterile dressing or pad. Place dressing material on both
Your cat’s best friend may not be another cat. Cats are very territorial creatures and often vehemently defend their turf. Two’s company Many people adopt a second cat thinking that the resident cat will be happy. This is a risky move. Just because your cat is sweet and loving with you doesn’t mean he’s going
Thai Cats are very devoted to their pet parents…they exactly know when you are in a happy mood and when you are sad. Here’s more about this amazing breed. Thai Cats, often called Wichien-Maat (meaning ‘moon diamond’ or ‘diamonds and gold’) or ‘Old-style Siamese’ are native pointed cats of Thailand. But these cats are very
Know some facts about feline mammary tumours, which are the third most common tumours in female cats. Around 80-90 percent mammary gland tumours in cats are malignant (serious). Size of the tumour is probably the best prognostic indicator, whereas factors like age of the patient, tumour number and location have less prognostic value. Tumour size
Part puppy (following their pet parents around the house), part monkey (in their antics) and part elephant (the sound they can make while running through your house) – the colourful, warm and loving personality of the Tonkinese makes them an ideal addition to a feline loving family. The Tonkinese is a stunning feline who has
Cats are fastidious and a large part of a cat’s day is spent grooming in order to keep his coat in pristine condition. However, we must remember that we play a large part in keeping our cat clean and healthy and this must never be forgotten if we want a happy and contented cat. Joan
The Naming of Cats is a difficult matter, It isn’t just one of your holiday games; You may think at first I’m as mad as a hatter When I tell you, a cat must have THREE DIFFERENT NAMES. First of all, there’s the name that the family use daily, Such as Peter, Augustus, Alonzo or
Your proud sweet feline is losing weight or is unusually lethargic…he is throwing up or is showing an abnormal behaviour…do not wait, call your vet immediately…your feline is probably sick. Here’s how to know if your kitty needs a professional care. Kitties can’t talk but as a pet parent, you can analyse when your kitty
Wouldn’t it be nice if all it took to introduce a new cat to your resident pet were a brief handshake and a couple of “HELLO, My Name is…” nametags? But, since we’re dealing with cats, not people, it’s just not that simple, so you’ll need to have some realistic expectations. Realistic expectations First, it’s
There is no one comparable to an Exotic Shorthair… they have a sweet teddy bear look, a docile and loving temperament and are much easier to maintain and groom. The Lazy Man’s Persians… Aptly termed as Lazy Man’s Persians, Exotic Shorthairs were bred to make a perfect pet for people who are looking for the
We all love cuddling our balls of fur, giving them warm hugs, showing how much we care for them. But imagine if they start chewing our sweaters while we are expressing our love…well, a bit inconvenient. This strange behavior when they chew on sweaters, towels, blankets or even carpets is commonly called wool sucking… here’s
We all know that prevention is better than cure. Here are a few ways to prevent common problems in your furry felines. We cannot keep our cats safe and well all the time, but a little forethought can help minimise the risks to Anthony Nichols which they are exposed. Our cats cannot understand what these
